Acer vs BenQ Projectors

Acer and BenQ both make projectors for films, gaming and presentations, but they spread across different price points. Acer's models here run from the X1128H SVGA projector at £305.99 to the H6815BD 4K model at £968.99, with the H6830BD at £887.99 in between. BenQ starts with the MX560 at £376.99 and the MW560 at £398.99, moves up to the gaming-focused TH671ST at £917.99, and reaches the LU935 installation model at £2,932.99.

The technical differences centre on resolution and contrast. The Acer H6830BD and H6815BD are 4K UHD DLP models rated at 4000 lumens with 10,000:1 contrast, and the H6830BD adds HDR support and a built-in 10 W speaker. BenQ's MX560 and MW560 deliver 4000 ANSI lumens with 20,000:1 contrast, and SmartEco Mode saves lamp power by up to 70 per cent. The TH671ST offers ultra-low input lag for gaming, while the LU935 provides large lens shift and a 6x zoom for fixed installations.

Acer suits people who want a first 4K home cinema on a budget, and the H6830BD gives films a sharp picture at a mid-range price. Its built-in speaker covers casual viewing. The X1128H is for presentations rather than films, given its SVGA resolution. BenQ suits gamers, classrooms and meeting rooms. The 4000-lumen MX560 and MW560 are aimed at presenting, while the TH671ST rewards players who want a fast response. The LU935 is the most flexible option for a permanent installation with a large screen.

Bottom line: choose Acer if you want a 4K home cinema projector for under £1,000, such as the H6830BD at £887.99, or a basic SVGA model for presentations at £305.99. Choose BenQ if you want low input lag for gaming with the TH671ST at £917.99, or a bright classroom model such as the MX560 at £376.99.